Certified Pre-Owned iFi Audio GO Link Max Hi-Res Balanced USB Dongle DAC

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Description

Certified Pre-Owned! Save on this Pre-Owned iFi Audio GO Link Max Hi-Res Balanced USB Dongle Dac! Only 1 available at this price!

Taking the award-winning GO link, to the Max.

This Digital to Analogue Converter (DAC) unlocks the true potential of your playlist, now boasting a 4.4mm headphone output, innovative new features and 10x the power of your iPhone.

Small Size, Big Difference.

Hi-Res audio is now within reach for everyone, with streaming services delivering high-quality sound to a wider audience. The GO link Max is the ultimate portable solution for both newcomers exploring the richness of Hi-Res music and audiophiles seeking simplicity and performance on the go. Featuring a balanced 4.4mm output and award-winning design, it combines plug-and-play ease with exceptional audio quality, making it perfect for any music lover.

Bringing the Balance.

The GO link Max is iFi Audio's smallest, most portable balanced DAC, featuring balanced circuitry that extends interference elimination across the entire audio system. With S-Balanced technology enhancing the 3.5mm port and a balanced 4.4mm output, it delivers crystal-clear detail and channel separation for any headphone while preparing you for future audio upgrades.

Pocket Powerhouse.

Modern portable devices like smartphones often compromise headphone performance, with many lacking a headphone socket or offering limited output via adapters. The GO link Max solves this with up to 241mW of output power—five times that of a MacBook Pro's headphone jack.

This increased power doesn't just amplify volume; it unlocks your headphones' full potential, delivering fine detail and definition for an exceptional listening experience.

Dynamic Delight.

The GO link Max uses the Sabre DAC's Dynamic Range Enhancement (DRE) to deliver greater contrast between the loudest and quietest sounds, enriching every crescendo and quiet moment with energy and immersion.

By combining DRE with iFi's proprietary enhancements, it achieves an additional +6dB of dynamic range. This effectively doubles the perceived difference between highs and lows, ensuring every detail in your music is brought to life.

5x more headphone power

*Calculated at 32 ohms according to Apple's stated RMS voltage

Little DAC, Big Heart.

At the core of the GO link Max are dual ESS ES9219 Sabre DAC chips, each dedicated to a channel. This design delivers exceptional instrument separation and definition, creating a vivid, lifelike soundstage that places every musician with pinpoint precision.

iFi Audio then pushes performance further by adding some in-house tech of their own, to ensure elimination of jitter and distortion for crystal clarity and refined musicality. Your playlists will captivate you like never before, offering a "just one more song" experience every time.

Gain Control, Lose Nothing.

The GO link Max features a hardware-based volume control that overrides this typical behaviour. When you adjust the volume on your device, the change occurs directly in the DAC chip.

This ensures that maximum detail is retained, and you can enjoy the full richness of your Hi-Res music at any volume.

Features

Dual ESS Sabre DAC Chips
Balanced Circuitry
Hi-Res Audio: PCM 384kHz & DSD256
Dynamic Range Enhancements

Technical Specifications

Hi-Res Support	PCM 384 - DSD256
Chipset	ESS Sabre ES9219
Output	4.4mm Balanced, 3.5mm S-Balanced
Input	USB-C
RMS Output Power	241mW @ 32O - 4V @ 300O via 4.4mm, 100mW @ 32O - 2V @ 300O via 3.5mm
Output Impedance	0.35O via 4.4mm - 0.7O via 3.5mm
SNR	130dBA via 4.4mm - 125dBA via 3.5mm
DNR	130dBA via 4.4mm - 125dBA via 3.5mm
THD+N	=0.0016% @ 32O 2.4V via 4.4mm - =0.0015% @ 32O 1.27V via 3.5mm
Power Consumption	No Signal ~0.6W - Max Signal ~3.2W
Dimensions	150x15x10mm (5.9 x 0.59 x 0.39")
Net Weight	14.5g (0.51 oz)